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#41 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 1% in state

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

High School · Oak Park - River Forest SD 200

201 N Scoville Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302

Enrollment

3,256

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

9.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#41 of 3,813

In Oak Park

#1 of 11

public schools

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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9.5/10

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About Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch is a public high school in Oak Park, IL, part of Oak Park - River Forest SD 200. Oak Park & River Forest High Sch serves approximately 3,256 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Park & River Forest High Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Park & River Forest High Sch show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Oak Park and River Forest High School (OPRF) is a public four-year high school located in Oak Park, a suburb of Chicago, Illinois 1 . It serves as the only school within Oak Park and River Forest District 200 1 . The institution was founded in 1871, and its current building opened in 1907 1 .
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How it compares2.9 pts above IL schools
  • This school 9.5 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch is a large school: 3,256 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation34.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,326
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch — Students at Oak Park & River Forest High Sch score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2022
ELA
57%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.

How Oak Park & River Forest High Sch Compares

See how Oak Park & River Forest High Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.5/10
99th percentile in IL
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
235 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
34.2% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

201 N Scoville Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Park & River Forest High Sch may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ALCUIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Horace Mann Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, William Beye Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oak Park, see our Oak Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ALCUIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park 0.3 mi 8.9
William Beye Elem School Oak Park 0.3 mi 8.1
INTERCULTURAL MONTESSORI LANGUAGE SCHOOL Oak Park 0.5 mi
FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Oak Park 0.6 mi 6.2
Oliver W Holmes Elem School Oak Park 0.5 mi 8.1
Percy Julian Middle School Oak Park 0.7 mi 8.0
THE FIELD SCHOOL Oak Park 0.5 mi 7.5
Whittier Elem School Oak Park 0.7 mi 7.6
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School Oak Park 0.7 mi 6.8
ST CATHERINE SIENA-ST LUCY SCHOOL Oak Park 0.9 mi 4.6
PACTT LEARNING CENTER Oak Park 0.9 mi
Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park 1.0 mi 8.9
Longfellow Elem School Oak Park 1.1 mi 7.8
William Hatch Elem School Oak Park 1.1 mi 7.7
LA CASA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park 1.2 mi
LITTLE FOLKS COTTAGE DAYCARE & NURSERY Chicago 1.1 mi
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago 1.0 mi 5.5
WEST SUBURBAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park 1.5 mi 4.6
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL River Forest 1.2 mi 6.7
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Oak Park 1.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,414

Median Home Value

$450,700

Median Rent

$1,348/mo

Population

32,589

College Educated

71.3%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

What grades does Oak Park & River Forest High Sch serve?

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Oak Park & River Forest High Sch?

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch has an enrollment of approximately 3,256 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Park & River Forest High Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Park & River Forest High Sch is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oak Park & River Forest High Sch rank in IL?

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch ranks #41 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Oak Park & River Forest High Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Oak Park & River Forest High Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Park & River Forest High Sch has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oak Park & River Forest High Sch a charter school?

No, Oak Park & River Forest High Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Oak Park & River Forest High Sch a Title I school?

No, Oak Park & River Forest High Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Park & River Forest High Sch?

19.9% of students at Oak Park & River Forest High Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
60 Good Transit
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,256
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
235
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

District

Oak Park - River Forest SD 200
District Enrollment
3,256
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,326
District Rank
#1 of 1

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